Writing to Inform: Step 6

Beau does not clearly state his topic in his first paragraph. Write a sentence that he could add to the end of the first paragraph to make his topic clear.

Hint: Your assignment clearly states what the article should be about.

The main idea of Beau's second paragraph is how hydroelectric power plants work. Does he include enough facts, details, and examples so that his readers clearly understand this idea? Explain your answer.

Hint: Imagine you haven't read the sources and don't know how a dam works. What information is missing from Beau's description?

Are all Beau's details related to his topic? Explain your answer.

Hint: Do any details seem out of place? Or do they all seem to fit?